Headlines are important, especially these days, but too much news consumption can be distracting (and dismaying). If keeping up with every presidential tweet and pundit hot take is stressing you out and keeping you from focusing on what really matters, here’s a simple guide to wean yourself from the deluge of news while still staying informed. We’ve broken it down to three different levels depending on how severe of an intervention you think you need.
Moderate
Limit your all-day intake to two sources: a trusted news-gathering organization and a feed related to your industry, says Blake Snow, author of Log Off: How to Stay Connected After Disconnecting.
Aggressive
Getting your news online can be like drinking from a fire hose: It’s an endless blast that leaves you feeling raw. Try subscribing to a daily newspaper. Yes, a print one. It contains a finite amount of information, and you can recycle it. Plus, it’s delivered right to your doorstep, often before you’ve even had your first sip of coffee.
Recognize your brand’s excellence by applying to this year’s Brands That Matter Awards before the early-rate deadline, May 3.
